Around the area: community events

January 20, 2010

JANUARY 23



Chickasha Youth

Soccer Registration

• When: Saturday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Public Library

• Registration is $45 per child.



Borden Park

Community Center Dance

• When: Jan 23, 7-9 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, Chickasha

• Details: Tequila Sunrise will be playing.



JANUARY 26



P.E.O. Founders Day Luncheon

• When: Noon on Tuesday, Jan. 26

• Where: First Christian Church

• Details: All reservations must be made by Thursday, Jan. 21. No tickets will be sold at the door. Reservations are $12 and may be sent to P.E.O. Chapter CR, 2526 S. 17th St., Chickasha, OK, 73018.



Relay For Life Committee

• When: Jan. 26, 6 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



Chickasha Youth

Soccer Registration

• When: Tuesday, Jan. 26, 6-8 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Public Library

• Registration is $45 per child.



JANUARY 27



Relay For Life

Team Captain Meeting

• When: Jan. 27, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group



JANUARY 29



Blessed Women Meeting

• When: January 29

• Where: Lighthouse Ministires, 305 Chickasha Ave. , Chickasha OK. 73018

• What: covered dish dinner, themed Keeping Warm & Toasty Foods" at 6 p.m.; Sue Martin from Rush Springs will preach this month's message at 7 p.m.

• Details: Door prizes, recipe share (bring five copies of your favorite recipe). Those attending are asked to bring coats and shoes to our coat and shoe drive. (Everyone that brings something gets there name put in the drawing box twice! For info, 405-414-8634.



JANUARY 30



Chickasha Youth

Soccer Registration

• When: Saturday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha Public Library

• Registration is $45 per child.



FEBRUARY 2



Something Worthwhile

• When: Tuesday, Feb. 2, 6-8 p.m.

• Where: Life Center of Epworth United Methodist Church, Chickasha.

• Details: Following a wonderful home-cooked meal, Sue Winslow, Chickasha, will present a beautiful musical program, and Judge Oteka Alford, Chickasha, will share an inspirational message. Reservations are required and seating is limited. All reservations are made with Bobi at 320-0240.



FEBRUARY 4-8



Family mediation course

• When: Feb 4-8, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• Details: This course meets the training requirements for professional mediators to qualify under District Court Mediation Act and is approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for mandatory continuing education credit. Pre-registration is required and is limited to 20 participants. For more nfo, call Jim Stovall at 405-607-8914 or go to www.mediationinstitute.net



FEBRUARY 5

Haitian benefit concert

• When: Feb. 5, 7 p.m.

• Details: Donations will be accepted, no cost to attend. Local church choirs & bands as well as youth bands, will be performing. To be involved, please contact Aaron Bird at 405-222-8993.



FEBRUARY 9



Verden FFA Trophy Auction

• When: Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Verden Cafeteria

• Details: RSVP by Feb. 5. Call Mr. Boles 405-203-8543 or email rmboles@msn.com.



FEBRUARY 13



All-Day Music Fest

• When: Saturday,February 139; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, 200 N. 18th, Chickasha. 405-222-9182

• Details: Come enjoy fellowship and good music with several familiar bands. Donuts and coffee at 9; covered dish lunch - bring a dish and join us at 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Donations accepted.Next MusicFest: Feb 13. For information, call Doris at 405-222-2008 or email edndoris2006@yahoo.com



FEBRUARY 18



Rock & Roll Heaven

The World Tour

• What: A tribute to three rock and roll legends who have passed away, Elvis, Buddy Holly & Roy Orbison

• When: One night only -- Thurs., Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Chickasha High School auditorium

• Details: Reserved seat tickets for “Rock and Roll Heaven” are $20 and will go on sale Jan. 8 at 10:00am by calling OK Music Show at 243-7252. Callers can use a Visa or MasterCard, or pay with a personal check. For more info, contact Bruce McGrew at (405) 243-7252



GED Exam Schedule

• When: Feb. 16 and 18, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. ($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call 405-222-6562 for additional information. Fax 405-222-6561.



FEBRUARY 21



Long John Silver

Relay for Life fundraiser

• When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 21

• Where: Long John Silver's, 1101 S. 4th St.

• Details: Dine in, drive through or carryout and LJS will donate 20 percent of sales generated to Relay for Life. 222-1968.





FEBRUARY 23



Relay For Life Committee

• When: Feb. 23, 5:30p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



FEBRUARY 24



Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

• When: Feb 24, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group



FEBRUARY 26



Chickasha Little League

Board of Directors Election

• When: February 26th at 7:30 p.m

• Where: Mollett Hunter office building. corner of 5th and Minnesota

• Details: If you have a child between the ages of 5 and 12 please come, there are plenty of volunteer places for everyone. Chickasha Little League has been in the community for almost 60 years and is the largest youth organization in town. If you have any further questions please contact Mike Ford at 224-5402.



MARCH 11



GED Exam Schedule

• When: Mar. 9 and 11, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. ($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



MARCH 23



Relay For Life Committee

• When: March 23, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



MARCH 24



Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

• When: March 24, noon

• Where: Five Oaks Medical Group



APRIL 15



VITA Tax Preparation Available

• What: Free Oklahoma & federal income tax preparation by IRS certified preparers

• When Jan. 29 - Apr. 15, by appt.

• Where: Epworth United Methodist Church, 4th & Iowa, Chickasha

• Details: Call 405-224-6225 for more information. VITA, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, is a program geared to assist families. This service is provided by the IRS VITA program and Epworth United Methodist Church. Participants may receive refunds in as little as 7-10 days.



APRIL 27



Relay For Life Committee

• When: April 27, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



MAY 6-8



Chickasha Antique Auto

Spring Swap Meet

• When: May 6-8

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



MAY 13



GED Exam Schedule

• When: May 11 and 13, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



MAY 25



Relay For Life Committee

• When: May 25, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd & Chickasha



JUNE 5



Chickasha Antique Auto Car Show

• When: June 5

• Where: Rock Island Train Depot

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



JUNE 17



GED Exam Schedule

• When:June 15 and 17, 2010

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 Kansas Ave., Chickasha

• Cost - $65 Test Fee; $40 Retest Fee. CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY.

($40 of Test Fee due with application.)

• Details: PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED to complete the application and each time to take the Exam. The Exam begins at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is required to call and reserve a testing date. A rescheduling fee of $25 will be added for those failing to give 24 hours cancellation notice. Apply in person at the Adult Learning Center or at one of the other class sites. GED Testing Accommodations are available. Ask us how we can help. Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



OCTOBER 14-16



Chickasha Antique Auto Fall Swap Meet

• When: Oct. 14-16

• Where: Grady County Fairgrounds

• For additional information, call 405-224-4700



SUPPORT GROUPS



Cancer Support Group

• When: Every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

• Where: Grady Memorial Hospital Administrative Conference Room, go in front entrance, go to the left of the elevators toward radiology.

• Details: These meetings are for anyone dealing with cancer. Meetings are sponsored by the American Cancer Society and Grady Memorial Hospital. For information, call Alyson Kopycinski, 224-2300 or Maggie Griffith, 222-2551



Grief Recovery

• When: First and third Thursdays at 6 p. m.

• Where: Options Counseling Services, Inc., 420 W. Country Club Rd., Chickasha

• Details: Grief issues related to death, chronic illness, divorce, change in health, disaster victim, loss of employment, caregiver for chronically ill or other concerns will be discussed. To register call 405-222-3018, sponsored by Ross Health Care.



DivorceCare

• What: DivorceCare, a weekly support group and seminar conducted by people who understand divorce.

• When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Sunday

• Where: Epworth United Methodist Church in the New Life Center, north door.



Autism Spectrum

• What: The Autism Spectrum Disorder Group, parents, caregivers and teachers.

• When: First Tuesday of the month, 6:45 - 8 p. m.

• Where: Facilitated by Options Counseling Service, Inc., 420 W. Country Club Rd., Suite Two

• Details: Call 405-222-3018 for information. No childcare is available.



Diabetes Support Group

• Where: 1st Floor Conference Room of the Hospital.

• Details: If you or someone you know is struggling with diabetes or have questions about diabetes, call the Diabetes Center, 405-779-2130, for more information.



ON-GOING



GED Review & Exam

Basic Skills Review

Eighth Grade Reading Proficiency

Paraprofessional Review & Exam

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 W. Kansas. Locations available in El Reno, Mustang, Newcastle, Tuttle & Yukon

• When: Classes vary, M-Th.

• Details: Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



English as a Second Language

• Where: Adult Learning Center, 628 W. Kansas Avenue. Locations also available in El Reno & Mustang.

• When: M/W 5:30 - 8 p.m.

• Details: Call (405) 222-6562 for additional information. FAX (405) 222-6561.



Soup Kitchen

• When: Saturdays & Sundays, 1-2:30 p.m.

• Where: Lighthouse Ministries Church, 305 Chickasha Ave.

• Details: Call our prayer line 405-414-8634



Pocasset Senior Citizens Potluck

• Where: Community Building in Pocasset

• Details: Potluck meal, fellowship, dominoes. Come join the fun. Call 459-6588 for more information. This is held on the second Saturday every month.



Kid's Crew Worship

• Who: First Baptist Church, Chickasha

• When:Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

• Details: A worship service designed especially for students in grade K-5. Rides are available by calling 224-5196. Vans run at 9 a.m. for Sunday school and again at 11:45 a.m. to return children home.



Borden Community Center

• What: Free Line Dance Lessons

• When: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mondays of the month; 1-3 p. m.

• Details: Call Kathy Prigmore at 224-0331 for information

• What: Performances by Small Town Country.

• When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Tuesday.

• What: Performances by True Country

• When: 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Thursday.



Terrific Tuesday

• What: Fun and fellowship for seniors & caregivers

• When: Fourth Tuesday of the month

• Where: Life Center at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4th & Iowa

• Details: Bring a sack lunch. Caregivers may drop persons in their care off and run errands or may stay and enjoy the activities. For information, please call 224-3320.



Blessed Women to meet

What: Non-denominational community gathering of women

• When: Last Friday every month at covered dish at 6 p.m.; service 7 p.m.

Where: Lighthouse Ministries, 305 W. Chickasha Ave,

Details: For information, call 405-414-8634



Grady County Opry

• Where: Grady Co. Fairgrounds

• Details: Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children age 7-12; under 7 free. Family of four pack $20. Call 405-320-0055 for more info. Concession will be available.



Blood Drive

• Details: Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) will reward each donor’s giving spirit with a warm beanie cap. Anyone, who is healthy and 17 years or older, can donate blood. Contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at (877)-340-8777. Donors always receive free health screenings and Members for Life points, redeemable for merchandise from OBI’s online store.



Chickasha Antique Auto Club

• What: Monthly meeting

• When: Fourth Tuesday of the months, 7:30 p.m.

• Where: Rock Island Depot

• Details. Meeting are open to anyone interested in the antique car club and their activities.



Grady County TEA Party

• When: Monthly on the first Thursday

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, Helen Ward Seminar Center, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

• Details: For more information, please contact Mark Keeling at 405-314-4730 or email gradycountyteaparty@yahoo.com. You may also visit www.gradycountyteaparty.com for additional information.



Grady County Democratic Party

• Where: Canadian Valley Technology Center, Helen Ward Seminar Center "C" in the east end of the main building, 1401 Michigan Avenue, Chickasha, Oklahoma.

• Details: Contact Dr. Keith Harrison, Secretary, 1-405-224-8604 for additional information.*



Chickasha Area Arts Council

• What: Regular Meeting

• Where: First National Bank Community Room, 3rd St. and Chickasha Ave.

• Details: Please enter on the north side. M

• Contact Information: 222-4797 or 222-1486. All those interested in promoting the arts and activities of the CAAC are welcome to attend the monthly meetings. Contacts are 574-1320 and 222-4797.



All-Day Music Fest

• When: Saturday,February 139; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Where: Borden Park Community Center, 200 N. 18th, Chickasha. 405-222-9182

• Details: Come enjoy fellowship and good music with several familiar bands. Donuts and coffee at 9; covered dish lunch - bring a dish and join us at 12:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Donations accepted.Next MusicFest: Feb 13. For information, call Doris at 405-222-2008 or email edndoris2006@yahoo.com

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